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4.0 (33 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Good for dancing
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Patio martini
Marissa N.

I have been wanting to come here for a loooong time. I wish I got one of the jerseys chicken wraps cause the bone in the fish one proved painful. The cabbage and jerk chicken in the eggroll was so delicious, full of flavor and a bit of a spicy kick. Their sweet sauce was a great addition. The drinks were flavorful. The staff and other patrons were really friendly.

Sarah S.

Came in for happy hour at 6pm on Friday night, and it was not packed at all which was awesome. There are no "tables" per se, but lots of seating at the bar and then the back is a lounge area with booths--reminded me of a hookah lounge. We took a booth and ordered at the bar, and the staff was super sweet! Our bartender told us that they had a happy hour deal: a jerk chicken and Mac salad dinner with 2 well drinks, all for $10!! I couldn't pass that deal up. I was absolutely starving when I came in after work, so I was really thrilled with this deal. The specialty cocktails were also discounted for happy hour as well. The jerk chicken was really flavorful! It had the perfect amount of sauce--it didn't need too much because it was seasoned to perfection. The mac salad was rich and creamy and went really nicely with the chicken. By the time we left around 9, the bar started filling up, so I imagine the place gets pretty packed at night. Will definitely be back for happy hour!

Jerk chicken fries

Found Side Bar after having a bland experience at another place. Side bar saved our Saturday night outing. It was quiet, but early and the energy starting lifting higher after 10pm. Our drinks were on point, and the jerk chicken fries were so flavorful. It's kinda big and can be a neal for 1 person, or shareable with another. We had dinner before we arrived and only ate the fries. We're curious about other dishes. Getting there/finding it is a bit of a chore. Not much parking in the front of it, but plenty of paid parking in the back. In all, it was worth the search/find. Looking forward to returning.

Lemon Drop Shots
Brianna A.

This place has a really good vibe with great music always playing. We had lemon drop shots that were made to perfection. I appreciate the friendliness of all of the staff (bartenders and security). Things were a little slow in terms of receiving drinks but we did receive a goodbye shot for the inconvenience which was appreciated.

Teddy S.

The first thing that struck me when I entered Sidebar was the incense. The aroma filled the room and hinted at a gloriously, relaxed atmosphere. The space has a nice, open floor plan with a moderately sized bar. A lounge is located around the corner which offers some eclectic booths, a juke box and a flatscreen Artwork abounds featuring several pieces by Mike K. The most striking feature is the rear patio which is as large as the interior and has a firepit and cabana. What a wonderful space to enjoy in the upcoming spring and summer months! Sidebar is no sidekick! This is a wonderful addition to the center city area that caters to buppies, b-boys, baps and bohos. It's also great for the nearby theatre crowd!

Ebbie P.

Loving the new addition to the neighborhood! Side Bar is just too cool for school. It's like an R&B, Hip Hop and Reggae version of Lux Lounge. Except they have amazing Jerk Chicken and Mac & Cheese! The atmosphere is very laid back and chill. I've sat at the bar in my past visits and will be checking out the lounge areas in the future. Hopefully we still have a few warm nights left in the season to enjoy the back patio. First off, the food! MY goodness the food is so good. Kinda pricey in comparison to other Caribbean kitchens, but totally worth it! The jerk chicken is divine. I wish they sold that marinade and rub. My taste buds have been spoiled for life. The mac & chese is pretty but perfect for the chicken. The menu probably changes since the items are on a chalkboard behind the bar rather than printed menus. What is actually printed are the cocktail menus at the bar. This is where I complain, specially when there aren't any prices listed. I am not impressed with the "craft cocktails" and think they should go back to the drawing board and train their bartenders thoroughly on how to "craft" them. At $10 a pop, I was expecting more. Instead I got each drink served in a rock glass WITH ICE. If I was ordering a spirit "on the rocks"...sure. But a cocktail? At least pour it in an old fashioned glass. I tried 2 of the Golden Girls Henny martinis and were again served in a rock glass WITH ice. *insert facepalm here* After speaking to a couple of friends, they informed me that in their experiences, only one of the bartenders can make the drinks properly. FOr now, I'll stick to beer. The beers I saw on display were red stripe, the kind, heineken and some genny options. They probably have more, but those are the only ones I remember. Side Bar, please train your bartenders! I love this place too much and want to see you thrive!

The Blanche Martini, one of the four Golden Girls made with Hennessy.

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Great food love it every time I can eat everyday jerk chicken is so delicious omg must try

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Mac and cheese is bomb even on their bad days. I crave their jerk and Mac way too often.

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Just ordered 2 Jerk chicken salad.And amazed at how much great it was. You just earned a loyal customers. See you soon

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The mac salad was rich and creamy and went really nicely with the chicken.

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Side Bar - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

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